Production Control Manager

Responsible for overall product movement and build schedules that support company revenue plan and delivery commitments. The Production Control Manager builds the three-month production plan and drives execution of the plan as the primary synchronization point with all support functions to achieve results.

• Develop, own, and update the monthly projection and extended positional outlook (rolling 90-day)
• Determine, publicize, and orchestrate weekly shipment goals
• Oversee business unit scheduling
• Review and manage material release schedule according to changes
• Communicate and drive assigned product priorities through support functions and shared resources, serving as the primary interface between Production Control, Business Unit Managers, and support functions (Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain) to resolve conflicting priorities
• Own critical parts end-to-end and drive tracking and resolution
• Work with area managers identifying and solving delivery and constraint issues, balancing efficiency, optimization and revenue targets
• Escalate delivery issues relative to customer commitments in a timely manner
• Provide estimated part completions and part status information in production meetings
• Work with area managers on optimizing employee work assignments
• Determine and coordinate off shift and weekend work priorities
• Ensure manufactured details support gear box build schedule
• Monitor schedule changes, working with sales to correct if necessary
• Maintain accurate commits in ERP

• A minimum of 7 years in aerospace manufacturing with direct experience in scheduling, planning, or production control
• Strong understanding of a manufacturing value stream
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment
• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Strong organizational skills required
• Bias for action:
  Takes initiative with a sense of urgency while always focusing on safety & quality
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Excellent attitude and team mentality
• Able to navigate various computer software in support of position (Excel, ERP, scheduling software)
• Expected to lead a team that is physically present on the shop floor

Overall responsibility for the Production Control team (3-4 individuals)

Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship is required.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

A reasonable amount of overtime is expected based on production needs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk, hear and use hands.

This job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with discretionary company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition assistance program
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Uniform stipend and safety equipment reimbursement
• Workers' compensation coverage
• Employee-focused culture with opportunities for growth and development

Benefits eligibility and coverage are subject to plan terms and employment status.